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Society for Peace Studies and Practice
AbbreviationSPSP
Formation2000
FounderProf. Isaac Olawale Albert
TypeNon-profit professional society
HeadquartersUniversity of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Region served
Africa
MembershipAcademics, practitioners, security agencies, civil society
AffiliationsInternational Peace Bureau
Websitehttps://www.spsp.org.ng

The Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP) is a Nigerian non-profit professional organisation established in 2000 at the University of Ibadan. It focuses on research, policy engagement, and professional activities related to peacebuilding, security studies, and conflict resolution in Africa.[1][2]

History

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The Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP) was founded in 2000 at the University of Ibadan by Isaac Olawale Albert, one of Nigeria's early scholars in peace and conflict studies.[3] The organisation initially drew on the university's Peace and Conflict Studies programme to link academic research with practical approaches to conflict management and peacebuilding.[4]

Over time, SPSP developed into a network that brings together academics, practitioners, and security-sector professionals to exchange ideas and collaborate on issues related to peace and security.

Mission and objectives

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The organisation is focused on advancing peace research and education, with an emphasis on developing competencies for non-violent conflict resolution. Its primary objectives include promoting the study of peace and conflict, creating platforms for dialogue among scholars and practitioners, and strengthening cooperation among Nigerian universities, government institutions, and civil society organisations.[4]

Programmes and activities

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Each year, SPSP convenes practitioners and researchers through conferences, seminars, and professional development programmes. The organisation has also worked with national security institutions to support capacity-building in security management and peacebuilding.[5]

In September 2025, the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP) collaborated with the Nigeria Police Force tto organise an executive workshop titled "Managing Fast-Paced Security Challenges in a Protracted Conflict Environment." The programme was attended by nearly 200 senior officers, including Deputy Inspectors General, Assistant Inspectors General, and Commissioners of Police.[6][7]

In 2024, the Society for Peace Studies and Practice (SPSP) held its 18th Annual Conference at the Nigerian Defence Academy, with the theme "Community Engagement: Networking Kinetic and Non-Kinetic Capabilities for Tackling Insecurity in Africa."[8]

Publications

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SPSP publishes the Journal of Peace Studies and Practice[dead link] (JPSP), a peer-reviewed journal that includes research articles, policy analyses, and case studies related to peacebuilding and security.[9] SPSP has also produced policy briefs, monographs, and festschrifts, including Essays in Honour of Basorun Seinde Arogbofa (2019).[10]

Membership and structure

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Membership is open to individuals and institutions with an interest in peace and security. The Society recognises five categories of membership: Associate, Full, Honorary, Fellow, and Student. Fellowship is reserved for individuals acknowledged for significant professional contributions to the field.[4] SPSP operates both national and international chapters, including branches in Sierra Leone and Cameroon. It also collaborates with several universities, such as the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom, the University of The Gambia, and the Adventist University of Rwanda.[11]

Recognition

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SPSP is a registered member of the International Peace Bureau (IPB),[12] and has been covered in Nigerian national media for its involvement in policy discussions and initiatives related to security reforms.[1][13]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Group lauds Sanwo-Olu's peace initiatives". The Guardian Nigeria. 23 September 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  2. ^ "World Peace Day: Peace Society lauds Gov Sanwo-Olu's commitment to peace initiatives". Vanguard. 22 September 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  3. ^ "Founder's Statement". Society for Peace Studies and Practice. Archived from the original on 10 August 2024. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  4. ^ a b c "About SPSP". SPSP. Archived from the original on 11 August 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  5. ^ "Nigeria Police Force, SPSP train senior officers on conflict management". PRNigeria. 22 September 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  6. ^ "IGP charges officers to serve with courage, honour". Independent Nigeria. 22 September 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  7. ^ "Egbetokun charges top police officers to lead with speed, innovation against rising threats". BusinessDay NG. 22 September 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  8. ^ "UI DVC, Registrar, and Provost become Fellows of SPSP". University of Ibadan News. November 2024. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  9. ^ "Journal of Peace Studies and Practice Archive". JPSP SPSP. Retrieved 12 November 2025.[dead link]
  10. ^ "Essays in Honour of Basorun Seinde Arogbofa". ResearchGate. 2019. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  11. ^ "Partnerships". SPSP. Retrieved 12 November 2025.[dead link]
  12. ^ "Society for Peace Studies and Practice". International Peace Bureau. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
  13. ^ "Why IGP Egbetokun deserves to be celebrated – Society for Peace Studies and Practice". Daily Trust. October 2025. Retrieved 12 November 2025.
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